1856 Benjamin Ave NE Grand Rapids, MI 49505
North East Citizens Action Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,666
Sq Ft
8,645
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Fenced Yard
- Patio
- Garden
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Living Room
- Attic Fan
About This Home
As of July 2021Welcome to this neat and tidy updated NE side home! The home features a wide galley kitchen which opens to a spacious dining area with sliders. The dining area flows right into the living room with a log fireplace as a focal point. Large windows let in lots of natural light. There are 3 nice sized bedrooms and an updated full bath with large vanity. Downstairs you will find a nice drywall finished family room and a separate office/craft/non-conforming 4th bedroom. The basement is completed with a like new full bath! The yard has been lovingly landscaped and maintained. The sliders out the dining area open to a wonderful patio in the fenced backyard. This one is move in ready! Don't miss it!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Linda Tanis
Bellabay Realty LLC
Last Buyer's Agent
Tim Noordhoek
Timothy Noordhoek License #6502354489
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,336
Year Built
- Built in 1962
Lot Details
- 8,645 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 65 x 133
- Fenced Yard
- Shrub
- Garden
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Living Room
- Dining Area
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Attic Fan
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 4, 2021
Closed on
Jul 15, 2021
Sold by
Rumsey Tony Wayne
Bought by
Lambert Jason T
Seller's Agent
Tony Lewis
RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH)
Buyer's Agent
Joseph LeMaire
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main)
List Price
$169,900
Sold Price
$224,500
Premium/Discount to List
$54,600
32.14%
Total Days on Market
1
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$70,440
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.21%
Original Mortgage
$220,433
Outstanding Balance
$203,445
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$79,358
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 3, 2020
Sold by
Chmurynski Thomas Ray and The Thomas Ray Chmurynski Livi
Bought by
Chmurynski Thomas Ray
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 19, 2016
Closed on
Nov 10, 2016
Sold by
Chmurynski Thomas Ray
Bought by
The Thomas Ray Chmurynski Living Trust
Seller's Agent
Tim Noordhoek
Diamond Realty LLC - I
Buyer's Agent
Robert Chmurynski
Greenridge Realty (Relo)
List Price
$137,900
Sold Price
$138,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.07%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.65%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 19, 2016
Closed on
Sep 19, 2016
Sold by
Persson Melissa and Persson Jan
Bought by
Chmurynski Thomas
Seller's Agent
Tim Noordhoek
Diamond Realty LLC - I
Buyer's Agent
Robert Chmurynski
Greenridge Realty (Relo)
List Price
$137,900
Sold Price
$138,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.07%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 20, 2013
Closed on
Aug 9, 2013
Sold by
Hunt Gerald and Hunt Bonnie K
Bought by
Persson Melissa and Persson Jan
Seller's Agent
Linda Tanis
Bellabay Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Tim Noordhoek
Timothy Noordhoek
List Price
$89,900
Sold Price
$85,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-5.45%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.80%
Original Mortgage
$80,750
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 29, 2013
Sold by
Hunt Gerald and Hunt Bonnie K
Bought by
Nationstar Mortgage Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 22, 2008
Sold by
Sluiter Douglas Paul and Sluiter Emily
Bought by
Hunt Gerald and Hunt Bonnie K
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$122,084
Interest Rate
6.01%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 28, 2000
Sold by
Brsma Brsma S S and Brsma Sluiter D
Bought by
Sluiter Sluiter D and Sluiter E
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 4, 1991
Sold by
Hughes Hughes F F and Hughes Boorsma S
Bought by
Persson Melissa Persson Jan
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Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $224,500 | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $138,000 | Owners Title Agency Llc | |
| Warranty Deed | $85,000 | None Available | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $66,750 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $124,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $88,500 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $220,433 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $80,750 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $123,915 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $122,084 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $83,200 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/30/2025 01/30/25 | Off Market | $224,500 | -- | -- |
| 07/15/2021 07/15/21 | Sold | $224,500 | +32.1% | $153 / Sq Ft |
| 06/08/2021 06/08/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/04/2021 06/04/21 | For Sale | $169,900 | +23.1% | $116 / Sq Ft |
| 09/19/2016 09/19/16 | Sold | $138,000 | +0.1% | $94 / Sq Ft |
| 08/21/2016 08/21/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/19/2016 08/19/16 | For Sale | $137,900 | +62.2% | $94 / Sq Ft |
| 08/09/2013 08/09/13 | Sold | $85,000 | -5.5% | $51 / Sq Ft |
| 06/21/2013 06/21/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/20/2013 06/20/13 | For Sale | $89,900 | -- | $54 / Sq Ft |
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,856 | $109,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $2,898 | $94,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $2,751 | $81,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $2,087 | $76,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $1,995 | $72,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $2,089 | $65,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $2,018 | $59,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,964 | $53,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,630 | $47,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,516 | $47,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $45,200 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 13036317
APN: 41-14-17-202-006
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